Desk Report: The parties concerned will meet in Egypt today to discuss an end to the Israeli war in the Palestinian war-torn territory of Gaza and a prisoner exchange. Before the talks begin, US President Donald Trump has increased pressure. He has called on the parties participating in the talks to move quickly. In his words, steps must be taken now to ensure an end to the war in Gaza and the release of the hostages. Trump wrote on his social media site Truth Social, “Time is of the essence.…
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Bibi, this is your last chance to win—Trump on Gaza proposal
Desk Report: US President Donald Trump has said that a peace deal in the Gaza war is now very close. He said that he will push to finalize the deal in the next few days. He said this in an interview with the US media Axios on Sunday. Trump said, “I told Bibi, this is your chance to win. She agreed to it. She has to agree. If you are with me, you have to agree.” Trump’s public statements and behind-the-scenes diplomatic activities have brought Israel and Hamas closer to…
Read More3,000-year-old conflict in Palestine is coming to an end: Trump
Desk Report: US President Donald Trump has announced that Israel has initially agreed to a ‘withdrawal line’ for the withdrawal of troops from Gaza. This proposal has also been sent to Hamas. The ceasefire will take effect immediately if Hamas agrees. At the same time, the release of Israeli hostages and the exchange of Palestinian prisoners will begin. US broadcaster Fox News reported that Trump made this announcement on his own social media account Truth Social. Not only that, Trump claimed that his plan will end the 3,000-year-old catastrophic conflict.…
Read MoreHamas rejects all Trump proposals on Gaza
Desk Report: The Palestinian independence group Hamas has responded positively to US President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace proposal. The matter is seen as a significant step towards ending the ongoing conflict in Gaza; especially since Hamas agreed in principle to release the hostages, which has brought hope to Israeli families after a long period of frustration. On the other hand, Hamas called on the Israeli government to “immediately stop the bombing of Gaza” when it agreed to Trump’s proposal. But despite Trump’s words, Israel has continued to bomb Gaza. According…
Read MoreTrump: ‘Hell will descend on Hamas if they don’t agree to peace proposal by Sunday’
Desk Report: Trump: ‘Hell will descend on Hamas if they don’t agree to peace proposal by Sunday’ US President Donald Trump has given Hamas until Sunday to accept the Gaza peace proposal. He has also warned that the consequences of ignoring the proposal will be dire. Trump said, “The Palestinian group will have until 6 pm on Sunday (October 5) in Washington, DC, to respond to its 20-point Gaza plan.” Qatar-based media outlet Al Jazeera reported this information in a report. Referring to this as a last chance, Trump wrote…
Read MoreSumud flotilla carrying aid to Gaza detained: Global outrage against Israel
Desk Report: Sumud flotilla carrying aid to Gaza detained: Global outrage against Israel Israel has blocked the Global Peace Flotilla, which was carrying more than 40 ships to Gaza. More than a hundred human rights activists on board have been detained. World leaders have been quick to react to the incident. At the same time, Palestinian activists have protested in cities around the world, including Istanbul, Athens, Buenos Aires, Rome, Berlin and Madrid, condemning Israel’s blocking of aid to the famine-stricken Gaza and its detention of human rights activists. Protests…
Read MoreAl Jazeera Report / Trump’s vague Gaza proposal: War or no war, what will happen to the Palestinian state?
Desk Report: US President Donald Trump‘s proposed Gaza ceasefire and what Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is willing to accept may not deliver what Palestinians have long hoped for, analysts say. People on the ground may see the proposal as a welcome relief that Israel’s brutal offensive is coming to an end. But the offensive, which has been ongoing since October 7, 2023, has killed at least 66,055 people and injured 168,346. Analysts say that while Trump’s 20-point proposal promises to end the Israeli offensive, it does not actually deliver…
Read MoreNo concerns about Tarique Rahman’s return to the country: Humayun Kabir
Desk Report: No concerns about Tarique Rahman’s return to the country: Humayun Kabir BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman has no concerns about his return to the country, said his foreign affairs advisor Humayun Kabir. He told reporters at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport after returning home after a visit to the United States on Thursday. Humayun Kabir said Tarique Rahman will return to the country very soon. There is no concern about his return to the country. BNP will participate in the next national elections under the leadership of Tarique Rahman.…
Read MoreThose who remain in Gaza City are ‘terrorists and supporters of terrorism’ – Israel warns
Desk Report: Israel issued a final warning to residents of Gaza’s main city on Wednesday, warning those who want to leave the southern enclave to leave immediately. Those who do not will be considered terrorists. Meanwhile, Hamas is discussing US President Donald Trump’s plan to end the nearly two-year war. According to the British newspaper The Guardian, witnesses reported heavy bombardment in Gaza City. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said that the army was tightening the siege around the city. Katz wrote on the social media X, “This is the…
Read MoreTrump’s executive order to ensure Qatar’s security
Desk Report: US President Donald Trump has issued an executive order to ensure the security of Qatar. In this order, the United States has pledged that it will take all measures, including retaliatory military action, to ensure the security of Qatar if it is attacked. Doha was rocked by a terrible explosion on September 9. An Israeli source said that the airstrike was carried out targeting Hamas leaders. Five low-ranking Hamas members and a Qatari security guard were killed in the attack. However, five leading Hamas members who were at…
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